M & E Shift Technician

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M & E Shift Technician

Data Centres

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Greater London, South East

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£52,000 - £52,000 per annum

Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381

Job reference: JO-2211-254001

Date posted: 13/03/2026

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Data Centre Shift Technician / Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Data Centre Shift Technician / Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a growing team within a state-of-the-art data centre.
This role offers long-term stability, excellent earning potential, and clear career progression within a future-proof and rapidly expanding sector. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining operational resilience, statutory compliance, and 100% uptime across all site infrastructure. You will work alongside experienced engineers to ensure strict adherence to SLAs, statutory obligations, and Health & Safety standards.
Key Responsibilities Operations & Maintenance

  • Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across critical electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems
  • Monitor, operate, and fault-find BMS, PMS, and CMS platforms to maintain continuous system availability
  • Respond promptly to alarms and emergency callouts, diagnosing and rectifying faults efficiently
  • Maintain evaporative cooling and domestic water systems in compliance with L8 and water hygiene regulations
  • Supervise subcontractors, ensuring adherence to approved RAMS, site procedures, and contractual obligations
  • Manage and enforce the Permit to Work (PTW) system
  • Ensure all activities comply with statutory, safety, and contractual requirements

Technical Oversight & Commissioning

  • Oversee M&E contractors to ensure work aligns with MOP, SOP, and EOP procedures
  • Support commissioning activities, witnessing and handing over new infrastructure and upgrades
  • Assist in coordinating P1, P2, and P3 incidents alongside Shift Managers and the Data Centre Manager

Compliance & Documentation

  • Maintain accurate site logbooks and statutory compliance records
  • Conduct dynamic risk assessments and promote best practice in Health & Safety
  • Prepare, review, and approve Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS)
  • Accurately complete maintenance documentation and CAFM task sheets

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a key point of contact for client representatives and attend operational meetings as required
  • Work closely with the Data Centre Manager and shift teams to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Deliver structured and comprehensive shift handovers, including detailed logs, reports, and plant status updates

Technical Scope Electrical Systems

  • Single and three-phase systems
  • UPS systems and generators
  • Control panels and switchgear

HVAC Systems

  • Air Handling Units (AHUs)
  • Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
  • Split systems and chillers
  • Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)

Fire & Life Safety Systems

  • Fire detection and suppression systems

Water Systems

  • Open and closed chilled water systems

Incident Management

  • Support and manage unplanned faults and emergency situations within a live critical environment

Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience

  • Proven experience within a critical environment (data centres, financial institutions, or similar)
  • Hands-on expertise with UPS systems, generators, HVAC plant, and BMS platforms
  • Experience managing real-time incidents and fault conditions in live environments
  • Ability to coordinate complex maintenance and operational activities

Qualifications

  • City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Services or Maintenance
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Emergency First Aid at Work

Desirable

  • HV Authorised Person status
  • Confined Space & Manual Handling certification
  • PASMA and IPAF qualifications

Personal Attributes

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Calm, decisive, and professional under pressure
  • Competent in preparing RAMS and conducting dynamic risk assessments
  • IT literate, including CAFM systems
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team
  • Flexible with shift patterns and overtime requirements
  • Comfortable working at height and using vertical access equipment

Additional Requirements

  • Security clearance (BPSS or SC) may be required
  • High standards of integrity and professionalism

Key Benefits

  • Competitive salary: £48,000 – £52,000 (depending on experience)
  • 10% annual performance bonus (paid April/May)
  • Private healthcare
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Free on-site parking
  • Daily meal allowance
  • Life assurance and pension scheme
  • Overtime opportunities

Mohammed Siddique

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